When stormy economic weather strikes and sales slump, many companies blame their hard times on all sorts of external events, and with good reason. Yet downturns in the economy and buyer’s habits are sure to come and companies must be prepared for it.

Manufacturers frequently overlook one of the most lucrative tax advantages out there – the Research & Development Tax Credit. Available in many countries, this is intended to promote innovation and growth. In some countries, it is the largest handout of tax credits by national governments, and yet very few […]

Seeking to safely and cost-effectively reduce vehicle weight, a recent survey of North American automakers by Ducker Worldwide has found that they are accelerating the move to using aluminum in place of other materials for construction of cars and light tricks. With lighter vehicles getting better fuel economy with less emissions, aluminum already dominates for […]